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Melomed Private Hospitals is dedicated to providing the highest quality healthcare to our community. Our health articles offer valuable insights into various medical conditions, treatments, and preventative measures. Stay informed about your health and well-being with our expert-written articles.

Diagnosis and control of diabetes.

By Specialist Physician, Dr Ashley Murugan

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Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the body is unable to control its glucose(sugar) levels as a result of a deficit of insulin or insulin resistance. This results in elevated blood glucose levels.


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Covid-19 Vaccination & Pregnancy

By Dr. Thalia Isaacs, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

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As a global nation we have experienced our greatest challenge in the last 27 months. COVID-19 has affected the lives of each one of us whether it has been through lockdown regulations, physical or mental illness, death or loss.


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The Impact of Screen Time on Children.

By Specialist Paediatrician, Dr Strini Chetty

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In the digital age, screens have become an integral part of our daily lives. From televisions to smartphones, tablets to laptops, they are everywhere, and our children are not immune to their allure.


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Positive news on World Aids Day.

By Specialist Physician, Dr Jade Mogambery

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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has become one of the most treatable chronic infections worldwide. The medication available is not only convenient but have very few side effects. These drugs are available in the public and private sector.


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Early Booking in pregnancy

By Dr. Marion Ntsako Nkanyane, Obstetrician/Gynaecologist

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To have a positive pregnancy experience with less complications for you and your baby it is important to see your health care provider as soon as you find out that you are pregnant or as early as the first missed menstrual period.


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Uterine Fibroids

By Dr. Marion Ntsako Nkanyane, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has become one of the most treatable chronic infections worldwide. The medication available is not only convenient but have very few side effects. These drugs are available in the public and private sector.


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Beyond the maternal glow

By Dr. Shafeeqah Fakir, Dermatologist

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Skin-related conditions in pregnancy can be classified as either physiological (hormone related); pre-existing (present before pregnancy), or those conditions that are specific to pregnancy. Fortunately, most of these ailments resolve...


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Common Ailments During Pregnancy

By Dr. Jayeshnee Moodley, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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As a global nation we have experienced our greatest challenge in the last 27 months. COVID-19 has affected the lives of each one of us whether it has been through lockdown regulations, physical or mental illness, death or loss.


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Birthing Options

By Dr. Naseera Allie, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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Prior to the 1960s, most women in South Africa had little choice about their pregnancy and labour. Most deliveries were conducted in homes and those with complications were referred to a hospital.


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What is Postpartum Depression (PPD)?

By Dr. Mbikayi Tshimanga, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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PPD is a complex mix of physical, emotional, and behavioural changes that happen in a women after giving birth. It’s relatively common, and it’s treatable. 1 out of 8 new moms suffer from baby blues...


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Cervical Cancer

By Dr. Mbikayi Tshimanga, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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Cervical cancer develops in a woman’s cervix, which is the entrance to the uterus from the vagina. 99% of cervical cancer are linked to infection with high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV)...


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Diabetes Mellitus

Dr. Sivaisen Kistensamy, Specialist Physician

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Diabetes mellitus is the body's inability to adequately process glucose owing to an impaired tolerance to insulin, or a deficiency of insulin. As a result, glucose is present in high concentrations...


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Osteoarthritis of the knee

By Dr. Tony Tom, Specialist Physician

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Knee osteoarthritis is the most frequently diagnosed arthritis, with an ever-growing number and increasing cause of disability. Long characterized as the "wear and tear" condition of the knee...


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Hypertension In Pregnancy

By Dr. Mbikayi Tshimanga, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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Hypertension is a common medical complication that affects 12 to 22% of all pregnancies. It is possible that the condition may lead to complications such as abruption (separation of the placenta from the wall of the uterus)...


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Plastic Surgery

Dr. Azzaam Najjaar, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon

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Plastic surgery is often associated with the glitz and glamour of the A-listers. There is more to the specialty than this. It is seen to have two main subdivisions: cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.


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The Basics Of Tuberculosis (TB)

Dr. Jade Mogambery, Specialist Physician

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Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by the pathogen mycobacteria tuberculosis (MTB). MTB is a bacterium that can be spread from person to person by droplet transmission.


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ENDO... WHAT?

Dr. Jayeshnee Moodley, Obstetrician/Gynaecologist

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Every year, millions of women are told that they have IBS, ovarian cysts, or dismissively, hypochondria. But they don’t… they suffer from endometriosis.


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Understanding Influenza

Dr. Shukri Raban, Paediatrician

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and Influenza are two common respiratory illnesses that can be particularly serious for young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.


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What is Postpartum Depression (PPD)?

By Dr. Mbikayi Tshimanga, Gynaecologist & Obstetrician

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PPD is a complex mix of physical, emotional, and behavioural changes that happen in a women after giving birth. It’s relatively common, and it’s treatable.


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Breast cancer

Morton & Partners Radiologists

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Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers occurring in women but is rare in men. Women have a lifetime risk of breast cancer of approximately one in eight...


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Heart Health

CARDIAC ARREST VERSUS HEART ATTACK

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A heart attack is often confused with cardiac arrest. In fact, these are two distinctly different problems.


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TAVI PROCEDURE

ONCE AGAIN SUCCESSFULLY PERFORMED AT MELOMED TOKAI HOSPITAL.

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Melomed Tokai Hospital has achieved another advance in its drive to further the sub-specialist...


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DIABETES 101

Understanding diabetes

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Many ancient civilizations recognised an ailment which they called differently such as “honey urine” by a Egyptians.


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Get Sun Smart

Remember to use sunscreen…

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Sun Protection Factor (SPF) indicates how long a person can be exposed to sunlight before burning with sunscreen...


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Childhood Obesity

A growing problem

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Childhood obesity has become a serious epidemic that has gripped South Africa and the world.


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PREGNANCY

COMMON AILMENTS

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Although most women have completely normal and healthy pregnancies, various minor ailments may trouble you...


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